For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,295 students in 68602, NE.
The top ranked public high school in 68602, NE is Columbus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 68602 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Nebraska public high school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 68602, NE have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 68602 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Nebraska average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Columbus High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Nebraska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 68602, NE Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbus High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3434 Discoverer Drive
Columbus, NE 68602
(402) 563-7050
Columbus, NE 68602
(402) 563-7050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,295 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 68602, NE?
The top ranked public high schools in 68602, NE include Columbus High School.
How many public high schools are located in 68602?
1 public high schools are located in 68602.
What is the racial composition of students in 68602?
68602 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nebraska public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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